Pilots need cooling too

People with MS who have problems with the heat often benefit from special clothing or gear designed to keep them cool. Apparently pilots flying in un-airconditioned planes have similar needs. Here's one source for cooling gear for aviators. If you've been trying to find the right cooling solution but none of the MS-marketed products meet your needs, it might help to look at products marketed for other uses. (Thanks to reader Rob S. for this tip!)

While we're on the topic of cooling, the MS Association of American provides free cooling gear to people who are diagnosed with MS and who meet their income requirements. The MSAA also provides many other forms of help, such as free mobility equipment, telephone helplines, assistance with paying for diagnostic MRIs, and educational materials. Check our their site if you're not familiar with all that they do.